Heat advisory continues; Dover cooling center open today

Tuesday

DOVER — The City of Dover's cooling center, located in the McConnell Center cafeteria, is open today, Tuesday, Aug. 7, during regular McConnell Center hours, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The cooling center can be accessed by using Door #3 at the McConnell Center.

A heat advisory remains in effect for Dover today until 7 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Hot and humid conditions continue, with temperatures expected into the 90s, and a heat index in the upper 90s. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible.

As the hot and humid weather continues, Fire Chief Eric Hagman reminds residents to check on elderly neighbors, stay indoors if possible during the hottest part of the day, wear light-colored clothing while outside, and stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day. The combination of heat and high humidity can put people at risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

People who work or exercise outside or in hot environments, and children attending summer camps or outdoor sports practices should take extra precautions.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency: call 911.

Care of pets is also important throughout this weather. Make sure pets have plenty of water to drink and are not left unattended in vehicles, where the temperature can reach 120 degrees quickly.

For more information, contact Dover Fire and Rescue at 603-516-6148.

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